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Career Exploration

Exploration is a key part to everyone’s life journey. Whether you are exploring majors to pursue, or want to learn more about what career paths you can go into in  the future – there are people and tools to help you explore further.

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CSU East Bay’s Healthcare Career and Internship Fair!

The Career Empowerment Center just wrapped hosting the Healthcare Career and Internship Fair! It was a great success with a total of 295 students in attendance and 27 employers participating in the event. Companies ranging from behavioral, child-care, and home-care …

By Danielle Islas
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STEM Career and Internship Fair!

Cal State East Bay’s Career Empowerment Center kicked off the spring semester with the campus wide STEM Career and Internship Fair.  Twenty-eight employers attend to meet over 500+ students. 

Featured employers included Snowflair, Changeist, Verbal Behavior Team, and Jovie.  Students …

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Creating a Career Plan

Taught by Dr. Chaz Austin
The employment landscape can be volatile and scary. But with a solid career plan, you will be prepared and adept…

Finding a Job on LinkedIn

Taught by Oliver Schinkten
Explore strategic ways to use LinkedIn to elevate your job search process and connect with the right people to find…

Recovering from a Layoff

Taught by Brie Reynolds
Learn how to recover quickly from a layoff and find employment again. Brie Reynolds begins with the first steps to…

Professional Networking

Taught by Dorie Clark
You don’t have to be an extrovert to be good at networking, and you don’t have to be fake. In…

Betty Liu on Career Success

Taught by Betty Liu
Betty Liu is a LinkedIn Influencer and anchor for Bloomberg Television. She is also founder of Radiate (RadiateInc.com), which focuses…

Transitioning Out of Your Job

Taught by Dr. Chaz Austin
Is it time to move on from your company or current position? Learn how to quit your job with grace…

Succeeding in a New Job

Taught by Dr. Chaz Austin
Succeeding at a new job starts with a good foundation, an effective strategy, and an attitude of humility. Dr. Chaz…

Mastering Common Interview Questions

Taught by Valerie Sutton
Preparing for an interview can be daunting. Learn how to master the top 10 most common interview questions you’ll encounter…

Repairing Your Reputation

Taught by Lida Citroën
We’ve all made mistakes. But a bad reputation can damage your career. Whether it’s from a public faux pas, legal…

Writing to Be Heard on LinkedIn

Taught by Daniel Roth
LinkedIn is the one of the world’s largest long-form publishing platforms. Writing on LinkedIn allows you to develop a following,…

Diane Domeyer on Standing out in the Creative Job Market

Taught by Diane Domeyer
In a competitive job market, like the one designers and other creative professionals are facing today, how do you stand…

Insights from a College Career Coach

Taught by Valerie Sutton
Are you feeling stuck in your current position, seeking a new one, or contemplating a career change? In this interview,…

Writing a Resume

Taught by Stacey Gordon
Finding a great job starts with writing a great resume, one that speaks to your personal and professional strengths. Learn…

Creating Your Personal Brand

Taught by Lida Citroën
Your personal brand is your reputation and legacy. A strong personal brand can lead to job and career opportunities. A…

Translating Your Military Skills to Civilian Workplace

Taught by Lida Citroën
Marketing and branding expert Lida Citroën has been serving the transitioning veteran community for many years, presenting workshops and seminars…

Asking for a Raise

Taught by Lisa Gates
Connect your self worth to your market worth: ask for a raise! In this course, executive coach and negotiation consultant…

Designing a Business Card

Taught by Nigel French
Learn how to design a business card. In this course, designer Nigel French covers all aspects of the design process—from…

Breaking Out of a Rut

Taught by Stefan Mumaw
Ever feel like you’re in a rut? Most people have experienced a rut, whether it manifests as a lack of…

Disrupting Yourself

Taught by Whitney Johnson
“Disruptors” secure a foothold by coming up with ideas and innovations that eventually upend their entire community or industry. Disrupting…

The Art of Video Interviews

Taught by Amy DeLouise
Don’t get caught up in lighting and camera work and neglect the interview itself. Producer Rich Harrington and communication specialist…

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